Life of the party

A blog by Evite

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Should I make an Invitation or an Event Page? A guide to picking the right one for your gathering

Not sure whether to send an Invitation or create an Event Page on Evite? Here's what each one is built for, so you can find the right fit for your gathering.

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Ideas worth saving: switch things up with these birthday cake alternatives

Don’t like cake? Make your birthday bash unique and swap your cake for one of these tasty dishes and desserts.

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This personality quiz will tell you exactly what gathering to host

Saw this theme and thought of you! Take this party personality quiz to find your theme and customize your textable invite.

Hmmm… we can’t find anything that matches that 🤔

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When you can—and can’t—bring an uninvited guest to a party

Want to bring an uninvited guest to a party but don't know how? We've got the answers!

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Book club party guide

Plan a fun book club meeting from start to finish with our comprehensive guide.

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Complete party prep checklist

Start planning a stress-free party with our complete party prep checklist.

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How to survive a party alone

Strike up a conversation and make new friends with these quick tips on how to enjoy going to a party alone.

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Top 5 Surprise Party Cover Stories

Throw the guest of honor off the surprise party trail with these awesome cover stories.

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The dos and don’ts of seeing an ex at a party

Heard your ex is going to be at a party? Here’s what to do (and, more importantly, what not to do) when running into an ex at a party is inevitable.

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Fun holiday facts to share at your next party

Did you know Mariah Carey wrote "All I Want for Christmas Is You" in 15 minutes? Here is some of our fave holiday trivia—how many do you already know?

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6 ways to host graciously (+6 ways to be a gracious guest)

Has it been a while since you hosted or were a guest at a party? Are you wondering what good party etiquette looks like now? Here are our top tips!

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Baby shower etiquette 101

Who hosts? What happens? When do invites go out? We have the answers to all of your biggest (and smallest!) baby shower etiquette questions right here.

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The dos and don'ts of Passover Seder for non-Jewish newbies

Invited to your first Passover Seder? Don't just wing it. Read up on the dos and don'ts you need to know before you arrive.

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Katharine McPhee Foster’s 1st b-day party tips

Few things are as exciting to a parent as their little one’s 1st birthday. See what Katharine McPhee Foster did for her son’s safari-themed party!

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Top 5 tips for personalizing a graduation party

Make your grad party stand out with these A+ tips.

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Jet's "Hole in One" 1st birthday party by Dress Up Buttercup

See how Dede Raad of @DressUpButtercup celebrated her son Jet’s first birthday with a super fun par-tee!

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4 ways to celebrate Juneteenth with kids with Karimah Henry

Celebrate this holiday with your family on June 19 with these educational, fun and thoughtful ideas from Karimah Henry of Crafting a Fun Life.

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Cranberry-pineapple lemonade

This cranberry-pineapple lemonade adds a tropical twist to the classic summer drink.

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Halloween caramel apples

These unique caramel apples use store-bought caramel candies for an extra-easy Halloween recipe that will be everyone's favorite treat.

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Women sitting around a table with lit blue candles and crystal glasses, engaged in conversation.

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10 things to talk about with someone you just met

Introverted? No problem. We've got you covered with some questions and conversation starters for whenever you meet someone new at a party.

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Decorated bridal shower table with candles, flowers, rose cocktails, and women in floral dresses cheering.

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The 10 bridal shower trends you’ll see everywhere in 2024

From Bridgerton to disco to love at first spritz, mark our words, 2024 is going to go down in history as the coolest year for bridal shower themes ever!

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DIY sugar skull piñata

This stunning DIY sugar skull piñata is sure to be a huge hit at any Halloween party or Día de los Muertos celebration.

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Bachelorette party dos and don’ts

Follow these top 10 bachelorette party dos and don'ts for an unforgettable celebration for the bride-to-be.

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Construction-themed birthday party table with cake, toys, cupcakes, snacks, and a happy birthday banner.

Kids' construction party inspiration

Hold on to your (hard) hats and get inspired by this kids' construction birthday party.

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Engagement party guide

Check out our guide for planning and hosting an amazing engagement party in honor of the couple!

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Slumber party guide

Pillow fights, makeovers, gossip and more—we've got awesome slumber party ideas in this guide.

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What to do if you forget someone’s name at a party

Try these tips next time you forget someone’s name at a party.

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